Beyond Colonialism and Capitalism: Toward Sustainable Alternatives in a Globalized World

Fadwa Tuqan's perspectives on decolonization and resistance can be applied to analyze the interconnectedness and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Here’s a breakdown followed by sustainable alternatives: Colonialism: Colonialism involves the domination and exploitation of one group of people by another. It disrupts local cultures, economies, and governance structures for the benefit of … Continue reading Beyond Colonialism and Capitalism: Toward Sustainable Alternatives in a Globalized World

Toward Ethical Communitarianism: Iris Murdoch’s Vision for a Sustainable Alternative to Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism

Iris Murdoch, a British philosopher and novelist, offers rich insights into human morality, the nature of good and evil, and the role of love in ethical behaviour. While she did not specifically address the interconnectivity of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism, her philosophical framework can be applied to critique these systems and propose an alternative. … Continue reading Toward Ethical Communitarianism: Iris Murdoch’s Vision for a Sustainable Alternative to Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism

Shadows of Empire: The Jungian Unconscious Behind Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism

Carl Jung's philosophy, particularly his ideas on the collective unconscious and archetypes, offers a unique lens through which to analyze the interconnectivity and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism. Jung's understanding of the human psyche can illuminate the deep-seated psychological underpinnings that drive these social and political phenomena, as well as their inherent unsustainability. … Continue reading Shadows of Empire: The Jungian Unconscious Behind Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism

Learning: Rashid Khalidi’s The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine

Rashid Khalidi's portrayal of the Jewish settlers' establishment of Israel is both insightful and impassioned. Unafraid to criticize Jewish-Israeli policies, particularly those receiving unwavering support from the United States post-1967, Khalidi also highlights the shortcomings of Palestinian leadership. As an activist from a prominent Palestinian family, Khalidi witnessed pivotal moments such as the 1982 Israeli … Continue reading Learning: Rashid Khalidi’s The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine

A little good news — This City’s Police Force Says No Officer Fired a Single Shot in 2020, Citing Successful De-escalation Training

Citing successful de-escalation training, Newark police says no officer fired a shot while on duty in 2020. — Read on http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/no-police-shots-fired-2020-newark/ Now this is the kind of initiative I'd like to hear about on all the mainstream media outlets!

A Child’s Precious View of Empathy

Book Review: Go To Sleep, Mom! by Mary Eakin The illustrations are beautiful.The moral is adorable!The teachable content is very clever... * *I've recently learned the benefits of not over explaining things and limiting instructions, or leading questions during my maker lab lessons. The benefit is that my students do their own thing and more … Continue reading A Child’s Precious View of Empathy